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NAICS Code· 336612

Boat Building

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in building boats. Boats are defined as watercraft not built in shipyards and typically of the type suitable or intended for personal use. Included in this industry are establishments that manufacture heavy-duty inflatable rubber or inflatable plastic boats (RIBs). Illustrative Examples: Inflatable plastic boats, heavy-duty, manufacturing Inflatable rubber boats, heavy-duty, manufacturing Boats (e.g., motorboats, rowboats, canoes, kayaks) manufacturing Rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) manufacturing Sailboat building, not done in shipyards Yacht building, not done in shipyards Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 336612 – Boat Building encompasses the design, construction, and repair of military and government-operated vessels, including patrol boats, landing craft, harbor support vessels, and specialized watercraft used for maritime security, logistics, and special operations. This sector involves precision fabrication using composite materials, aluminum alloys, and marine-grade steels, alongside integration of propulsion systems, navigation electronics, and mission-specific payloads such as surveillance suites or weapon mounts.

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Active Contracts
$668.0M
Total Obligations (12mo)
594
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
270
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
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NAICS 336612 – Boat Building encompasses the design, construction, and repair of military and government-operated vessels, including patrol boats, landing craft, harbor support vessels, and specialized watercraft used for maritime security, logistics, and special operations. This sector involves pre...

NAICS 336612 – Boat Building encompasses the design, construction, and repair of military and government-operated vessels, including patrol boats, landing craft, harbor support vessels, and specialized watercraft used for maritime security, logistics, and special operations. This sector involves precision fabrication using composite materials, aluminum alloys, and marine-grade steels, alongside integration of propulsion systems, navigation electronics, and mission-specific payloads such as surveillance suites or weapon mounts. As part of the broader defense maritime industrial base, boat building supports the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, and other federal agencies requiring rugged, low-signature, and high-mobility watercraft for coastal, riverine, and littoral operations. The work demands compliance with stringent military specifications, including survivability standards, anti-corrosion protocols, and supply chain traceability requirements. Top contractors in this space include BHPE LLC, RE-ENGINEERED BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, INC, and ALLOY SLING CHAINS, LLC, a mix of small businesses and specialized mid-tier firms with expertise in naval architecture, modular vessel construction, and defense-grade component fabrication. These firms often serve as niche suppliers or prime contractors for tailored, low-volume programs requiring rapid prototyping and agile production cycles. The Department of Defense is the primary federal buyer, driving demand through naval modernization initiatives, Coast Guard fleet renewal, and special operations watercraft procurement. Programs focus on enhancing domain awareness, rapid deployment capability, and force protection in contested maritime environments. The competitive landscape is characterized by high barriers to entry due to technical specialization, security clearances, and certification requirements, creating concentrated opportunities for firms with proven naval manufacturing experience and supply chain resilience. Growing emphasis on distributed maritime operations and unmanned surface vessels is expanding demand for adaptable, scalable boat platforms.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 336612, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
ROZEMA'S BOAT WORKS, INC Mount Vernon WA 98273 USA$71.0M1
GENERAL DYNAMICS EUROPEAN LAND SYSTEMS-BRIDGE SYSTEMS GMBH$70.3M1
LIGHT AS AIR BOATS LLC$50.0M1
VICTORY PROCUREMENT SERVICES LLC$50.0M1
BLANE INTERNATIONAL GROUP, INC.$50.0M1
IRON HORSE LOGISTICS$50.0M1
QUANTICO TACTICAL INCORPORATED$50.0M1
SAFE BOATS INTERNATIONAL LLC$39.7M13
INVENTECH MARINE SOLUTIONS, LLC Bremerton WA 98312 USA$36.0M1
INVENTECH MARINE SOLUTIONS, LLC$17.4M8

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 336612.

FA2823 Aftc Pzio5 awards$250.0M
Department Of Defense386 awards$173.0M
Hq Contract Operations (CG-912)(0003 awards$118.8M
Department Of Homeland Security46 awards$87.9M
Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech2 awards$7.1M
Department Of The Interior42 awards$5.6M
Department Of Commerce10 awards$4.8M
Department Of State9 awards$4.7M
DLA Land And Maritime29 awards$3.6M
Navsea Hq1 award$3.3M

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NAICS code 336612 covers Boat Building. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in building boats. Boats are defined as watercraft not built in shipyards and typically of the type suitable or intended for personal use. Included in this industry are establishments that manufacture heavy-duty inflatable rubber or inflatable plastic boats (RIBs). Illustrative Examples: Inflatable plastic boats, heavy-duty, manufacturing Inflatable rubber boats, heavy-duty, manufacturing Boats (e.g., motorboats, rowboats, canoes, kayaks) manufacturing Rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) manufacturing Sailboat building, not done in shipyards Yacht building, not done in shipyards Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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